The Encyclopedia of Applied Linguistics: 10 Volume Set

The Encyclopedia of Applied Linguistics encompasses the range of research on language–related issues that arise in the real–world contexts where languages are learned and used. Led by general editor Carol A. Chapelle, this highly ambitious work brings together over 1,100 entries from scholars around the globe who explore this multifaceted field. Arranged in A–Z format, this resource explores historical perspectives, current research, and emerging areas within applied linguistics, including bilingual and multilingual education; language policy and planning; language teaching and learning; assessment and testing; corpus linguistics; discourse and conversation analysis; literacy; technology and language; and more. Research methodologies across areas are covered, as are biographies of prominent figures who have helped shape this diverse and growing field. This Encyclopedia highlights the connections of theoretical frameworks and methodologies to practice across this expanding discipline, making it an ideal resource for students, scholars, and practitioners in related areas such as education, policy, technology, and more.

Carol A. Chapelle is distinguished professor of liberal arts and sciences and professor of TESL/applied linguistics at Iowa State University, USA. Her research explores issues at the intersection of computer technology and applied linguistics. Her books on technology and language include Computer Applications in Second Language Acquisition (2001), English Language Learning and Technology (2003), and Tips for Teaching With CALL (2008, with Joan Jamieson). Her books focusing on language assessment and research methods include Assessing Language Through Computer Technology (2006, with Dan Douglas), Inference and Generalizability in Applied Linguistics (2006, coedited with Micheline Chalhoub–Deville and Patricia Duff), ESOL Tests and Testing (2005, with Stephen Stoynoff), and Building a Validity Argument for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (2008, coedited with Mary K. Enright and Joan Jamieson). She is coeditor of the Cambridge Applied Linguistics series. She is past president of the American Association for Applied Linguistics (2006–7) and former editor of TESOL Quarterly (1999–2004). She was awarded the 2012 Lifetime Achievement Award in Language Testing by the University of Cambridge and International Language Testing Association and the 2012 Samuel J. Messick Memorial Lecture Award by Educational Testing Service.

“Overall, this is a remarkable work. It is useful and rigorous. If you thought you already knew what AL does then browse it; you might have to think again. I am in no doubt that this will remain the standard work for years to come and the benchmark against which new works will be judged. As a linguist and a librarian, I have no hesitations in recommending it.”  ( Reference Reviews, 1 November 2013) “Summing Up: Highly recommended. All academic libraries; lower–level undergraduates through professionals/practitioners.”  ( Choice , 1 August 2013)